We will be hosting a third MRCA qualifying combat robot competition at the National Guard Armory in Hastings, MN. The competition will include 1 lb (antweight) and 3 lb (beetleweight) weight classes going head-to-head in an enclosed 8’ x 8’ arena.

Tournament Format: Group Stage where 3-1 and better records move into Single Elimination

Sign Ups: There are open spots for 48 antweight (1 lbs) bots and 16 beetleweight (3 lbs) bots, with a limit of 2 antweight bots and 1 beetleweight bot per driver.

Sign up starts June 6th at 10:00AM CST

Date: August 3, 2024 Location: Hastings National Guard Armory America. 586 [3050 MN-316, Hastings, MN 55033]

Venue: Has plenty of space for pits (tables & chairs are provided). There will be a couple of TVs to view the fights.

Antweight & Beetleweight Prizes:

Food: Minne’s on Glenwood will be back again serving Sliders, Chicago Dogs and Street Polish. El huarache food truck will also be on site with a variety of Mexican food options.

Sponsors: RFA Engineering has graciously provided the arena. RFA Engineering is a comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and embedded software engineering company that offers product development services to all types of Off-Highway equipment manufactures!

Arena: 8’ x 8’, TBD on floor type and pit/pushout

Rough Schedule:

Entry Fee: $30 per bot

Ruleset: This event will follow MRCA rules

Spectators: Spectators are welcome and free to attend and doors open at 10am.

Live Stream: This event will be live streamed.

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Volunteers: If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form.

Stay-tuned for details about the livestream and feel free to email robotsmashingleague@gmail.com if you have any questions.